Professionals dedicated to enhancing employee safety and performance will converge at the National Safety Congress (NSC) Expo on September 13. The event will feature the unveiling of the session “Psychologically Safe Workplaces: What Can We Agree On?”, led by keynote presenters Scott Hoesman and Nakia J. Green of inQUEST Consulting. This session promises to be a cornerstone in developing environments that maximize employee safety and performance.
- Event Overview
- Date and Location: The 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, the world’s largest annual safety professional gathering, will take place from September 13-19 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.
- Keynote Presentation: Scott Hoesman, CEO of inQUEST Consulting, and Nakia J. Green, senior partner at inQUEST, will present a comprehensive three-part session on psychological safety.
- Session Highlights
- Keynote Introduction: The keynote will address creating workplaces where employees can thrive, focusing on psychological safety principles.
- Panel Discussion: Following the keynote, a panel featuring NSC member employers will tackle current workplace safety challenges and advancements.
- Audience Participation: Attendees will engage in developing actionable strategies to implement psychological safety in their organizations.
- Expert Insights
- Experience: Green and Hoesman bring over 25 years of expertise in fostering inclusive workplaces.
- Inspiration: The session draws on principles from Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School, emphasizing the importance of a safe environment for employee expression and learning from mistakes.
- Future of Work
- Diversity and Inclusion: Green highlights the importance of creating supportive environments as workplaces become more diverse.
- Comprehensive Safety: Hoesman emphasizes the interconnectedness of psychological and physical safety, aiming for a holistic approach to workplace safety.
This year’s NSC Congress is set to be a pivotal event, showcasing the importance of psychological safety alongside physical safety. The structured session by Green and Hoesman will offer actionable strategies to foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.
